About
In some literary circles “politics” is treated almost like a dirty word. Politics gets a bad rap because political literature can often come across as didactic, pedantic, perhaps with images of characters on a soapbox raging against the machine. Who, in their right minds, wants to read that? But done the right way, political literature can be subtle and nuanced, filled with great characterization and other ingredients we relish in powerful fiction, without sacrificing urgent themes regarding the human condition. In this session, we will explore craft considerations in writing fiction that’s overtly (or even covertly) political.
TIFA’s Creative Writing Masterclasses offer the opportunity to learn how to craft compelling stories and bring captivating characters to life through hands-on lessons from acclaimed authors and industry experts. This is a 90-minute masterclass. All writing levels are welcome.
Masterclasses are presented in partnership with The Humber School for Writers
Samrat Upadhyay was born and raised in Nepal. He is author of the novels The City Son, The Guru of Love (a New York Times Notable Book), and Buddha’s Orphans, as well as the story collections Mad Country, The Royal Ghosts, and Arresting God in Kathmandu.
Credit Daniel Pickett
Dates & Times
Fri, Oct 31
2:30pm
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4:00pmA book signing will follow this event
Tickets
Registration
$49 + HST
Venue
Victoria College, Room 101
